Nick and Dewdrop the koala had heaps of fun creating our exciting education programs together

EDUCATION PROGRAMS
In order for you to get the most out of your visit to Australia Zoo, we have isolated the outcomes relevant to each of our programs. These outcomes are listed under the program title in an abbreviated form. Please be aware that undertaking the program doesn't mean the students have met that outcome.

Kate introduces one of our scaly friends, an American Alligator

Endangered Species
(SOSE PS 1.2, 2.2, D3.6, Science LL 2.3)
Imagine a world without the magnificent Cassowary, or our gorgeous Aussie icon, the koala. These guys are in a bit of strife! How would you feel if your favourite animal became extinct? Encounter some endangered species and find out what we are doing to help them.

Reptile Rap
(Science LL 1.2, D3.4)
Australia is the "Land of the Reptile". Take a look at how we group these fascinating creatures based on observable features. What makes a reptile a reptile? How is a skink different from a monitor?

Adaptations Worksheet
(Science LL 2.1, 3.1, 2.3, 3.3)
What is a "casque"? How do koalas keep from falling out of trees? Why do crocodiles laze around with their mouths open? Learn the answers to these and other questions about how animals are suited to the environments in which they live.

Australian Animals
(Science LL 1.1, 1.2)
Have a go at this! Parrots and pythons, dingoes and devils, kangaroos and koalas and Australia's apex predator, the Saltwater Crocodile. An introduction to some of Australia's wildlife treasures.



The Bush Track
(SOSE PS 1.2, Science LL 1.1)
Scoot straight down the Bush Track and check out some of our great Aussie natives. Just jump on the Safari Shuttle. First stop – The Wetlands. Then simply follow the track.



Koala Capers
(Science LL 1.1, LL 2.1, LL 1.2, LL 2.2, LL 1.3, LL 2.3, D 1.4, D2.5, SOSE PS 1.2, PS 2.5)
Check out the size of this bloke! This is one of the new "Discovery Experience" programs at Australia Zoo. It's chock-a-block full of activities to do before and after your trip to the Zoo, all concerning Australia's cutest little icon, the Koala.

Kristy gives students the opportunity to touch one of our American Alligators

Reptile Rap
(Science LL D3.4, D4.4, D5.4)
Think snakes are wet, cold and slimy? No way mate! We'll explore biological classification through Australia's fascinating, yet often misunderstood reptiles. What makes a reptile different from other vertebrates? What kind of lizard is a blue-tongue?

Endangered Species
(SOSE PS D3.6, PS 4.2 Science LL 3.1)
Do you know what a "Woma" is? Well it's possible you may never find out at the rate of their population decline! We investigate how animals have become endangered and ask students what can be done to ensure their long term survival.

Adaptations
(Science LL 4.1, 5.1)
Crocs rule! From lightning strikes from the water's edge to caring, protective mothers. How do the crocodiles' structural and behavioural adaptations help ensure its survival? We'll explore other animals too!

Old Zoo New Zoo
(SOSE PS 3.5, TCC 3.3)
It's chock-a-block full of the fascinating history of Australia Zoo and how its founders, Bob and Lyn Irwin, shaped the life of their young Wildlife Warrior, Steve. See what We're doing to become the "ultimate, global zoological destination" and our plans for the future.

Making a connection with Bedarra the cassowary, a critically endangered species

Tourism/Marketing to the Millions Worksheet
Crikey! Having won Best Major Tourist Attraction awards in 2003 and 2004, we know a thing or two about tourism! Learn where we fit into tourism on the Sunshine Coast, and how we market ourselves to Australia and the rest of the world!

Zoo Keeping Worksheet
Ever wondered what our dedicated zookeepers get up to in a day? Learn what it takes to be part of the Zoo Crew, and find out about the job of zookeeping as it's done at Australia Zoo. It's not all cute and cuddly critters, y'know.

Australia Zoo & Zookeeping Worksheet
Welcome to Australia, and welcome to Australia Zoo! We're a pretty unique kind of place and would like to show you what makes us a little different from everybody else.